Why do bad things happen?

Why do bad things happen?

This question was asked over and over after the terrorist attacks on 9/11 in the United States.  The reality is that bad things happen to everyone.  This is the result of a world that is very corrupt and far from God. Our society almost considers "bad things" to be in different levels. As an example, it starts out small with a lie or cheating on a test.  Then, you might have theft or vandalism. Then there may be something really serious like rape. After that, it could escalate to something like murder. 

We are so quick to blame God, and say "How could You let this happen???", but it's really not God's fault, its the result of a sinful world. However, in Romans 8:28 He says, "All things work together for good to them that love God".  Oftentimes, we don't understand the situation and we question why we must deal with these problems, but one day we will understand that it all worked out according to His plan for our lives.

Our ways are different than God's ways. We will never completely understand why God allows certain things to happen, but we do need to trust that He will guide us through it! In our own lives, it may be to build our character and help others through our testimony? Or maybe someone saw what you were going through and became a Christian? Remember, God created you, and He wants the best for you!